North Dakota Outdoors: Getting set for spearing season

  • Number of registered spearers in North Dakota is so much smaller compared to the crowds who flock to summer fishing. Photo by Ashley Peterson, NDGF.
    Number of registered spearers in North Dakota is so much smaller compared to the crowds who flock to summer fishing. Photo by Ashley Peterson, NDGF.

    By Doug Leier, NDGF outreach biologist What makes darkhouse spearfishing stand out from other types of fishing — especially in the winter?

    Is it more challenging? Absolutely. Does it bring a unique kind of success and satisfaction? No doubt about it.

    Fishing in winter already comes with its own set of challenges. Unlike summer, where your biggest travel issue might be some road construction, winter …